Here's the thing, when you're sick, you don't feel like working out. Neither do I. And if you're running a fever, by all means, rest! But, even with a mild (99.4) fever yesterday, I still went for a jog. When I left my house and began pounding the pavement, I wondered if it was such a good idea to go running with a bad cold (I had to bring tissue along with me for crying out loud!), but halfway through the jog, I can hardly explain it, but I just felt better--I was breathing clearer, and I felt more energetic.

My conclusion: Working out with a cold can be a smart move, and all the experts I've interviewed over the years have backed me up. As long as you're not weak and feverish, your body will probably benefit from a little exercise when you're beating a cold bug.

Do you work out when you're sick?

P.S. This might make you way more susceptible to catching a cold. And, [5 weird ways to beat a cold...